A mental health condition whose symptoms include feeling of hopelessness, low self esteem and loss of interest
What is
depression
100
this disorder is manifested in many different forms, from panic disorders to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
What is
- anxiety disorders
100
what neurotransmitter is elevated in schizophrenia
What is
- dopamine
100
Lithium (used to treat bipolar disorder) has a narrow therapeutic window - true or false
What is
- true
100
this class of drugs is the most commonly prescribed for anxiety
What is
- benzodiazepines
200
Name the two brand names for bupropion
What is
- Wellbutrin - antidepressant
- Zyban - smoking cessation
200
this chemical compound is found in foods such as cheese, pickled fish, some wines and many meat products that causes a hypertensive crisis in patients taking MAOI is
What is
- tyramine
200
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What disorder is the most commonly diagnosed type of psychosis
What is
- schizophrenia
200
The nervous system sends and receives signals through electrical transmissions coupled with chemical transmissions, these chemicals are known as
What is
- neurotransmitters
200
An extreme type of anxiety that has a specific starting point and ending point that can be overwhelming for the patient is known as
What is
- panic attack
300
In addition to drug therapy what is used to effectively treat depression
What is
psychotherapy (counseling by mental health professional)
300
an overstimulation of the serotonin receptors causes this syndrome
What is
- serotonin syndrome
300
What class of drugs are the first line treatment for schizophrenia
What is
Atypical antipsychotic drugs
300
Name several adverse effects caused by SSRI anti-depressants
What is
- insomnia
- drowsiness
- nervousness
- loss of appetite
300
Anxiety involves the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine but also includes the inhibitory neurotransmitter
What is
- gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
400
What are the four classes of drug treatment for depression
What is
- selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)
- serotonin and norephinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI)
- tricyclic antidepressants (TCA)
- monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
400
this disorder causes patients to experience a period of mania followed by a period of depression
What is
- bipolar disorder
400
Name the four major neurotransmitters/ensymes involved in depression
What is
- serotonin
- norepinephrine
- monoamine oxidase
- dopamine
400
Name the four major neurotransmitters/enzymes involved in depression
What is
- serotonin
- norepinephrine
- monoamine oxidase
- dopamine
400
List 3 symptoms if anxiety disorders
What is
- nervousness
- insomnia
- inability to concentrate
- apprehensive behavior
- increased heart rate
- feelings of powerlessness
- avoidance of people or places
500
List 3 common symptoms of depression
What is
- feeling of pessimism
- constant worry
- lack of motivation
- decreasing interest in daily activities
- eating, weight or sleep disorders
- suicidal thoughts
500
a drug that stabilizes a patient between states of mania and depression is called
What is
- mood-stabilizing agent
500
List 3 symptoms of schizophrenia
What is
- delusions
- hallucinations
- emotional withdrawal
- flat affect
- inability to function
- disorganized speach
500
this drug is the only one that inhibits the uptake of dopamine
What is
- Wellbutrin (bupropion)
500
Name 2 drugs that are NOT benzodiazepines but are used for anxiety
What is
- buspirone (Buspar)
- venlafaxine (Effexor)